Fiesta Black Bean and Corn Mojo Salad

*This Fiesta Black Bean and Corn Mojo Salad post is sponsored by Branch-A Family of Farms. All opinions are my own.

Corn and black beans go together like peanut butter and jelly. I love so many variations of summer salads with this tasty, nutritious combo. Whenever I make marinated flank steak on the grill, this side salad always comes to mind as an accompaniment. Fiesta Black Bean and Corn Mojo Salad makes a perfect light summer dish.

Another similar appetizer or side dish that will rock your socks off is my mother-in-law’s famous Texas Caviar. I make this a lot in the summertime to serve with grilled meats. It’s quick, healthy and light and it’s seriously to-die-for. The only problem with this recipe is that you can’t stop eating it.

Fiesta Black Bean and Corn Mojo Salad

I used Branch Gourmet Extra Sweet Corn in this Mojo Salad recipe. You can find Branch Gourmet Extra Sweet Corn at your local Publix in the produce section. You might also remember that I showcased Branch Gourmet Extra Sweet Corn in my Caribbean Jerk Chicken Bowls post.

That recipe is amazing too, and makes a great healthy summer salad. I love that this sweet corn already has the ends trimmed and husks and silk removed for easy preparation. It’s not your standard sweet corn that you have to shuck in store. This delicious sweet corn is hand-selected exclusively for Publix.

Let me know if you try this mojo salad recipe. I always love your thoughts and feedback! Feel free to tag me on social media, as well. You can find me on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter sharing more healthy recipes and fitness tips. Enjoy!

An easy Mexican side salad with black beans, corn, onion, and tomatoes

Course: side

Cuisine: side

Servings: 6

Ingredients

2ears of fresh cornhusk and silk removed

1can of black beans-drained and rinsed

4Roma tomatoesdiced

1/2sweet onionfinely chopped

1avocadochopped

1/2cupextra virgin olive oil

1/2cupfresh lime juice

1/4cupfresh orange juice

1/4cupfresh cilantrochopped

2garlic clovesminced

1/2tbsp.orange zest

1/2tbsp.dried oregano

1 1/4tsp.ground cumin

3/4tsp.salt

1tbsp.honey

3/4tsp.pepper

Instructions

Wrap each ear of corn in a damp paper towel and place into a covered microwaveable dish. Microwave for 3-4 minutes. Rinse with cold water and set aside to cool. Cut corn off the cobb and place into a large bowl. Add black beans, tomatoes and onion. Combine olive oil, juices, cilantro, garlic, zest, honey and spices in a blender and blend until combined. Pour over bean and corn mixture and toss to coat. Chill for at least an hour before serving. Top with chopped avocado right before serving.